$2.72M Video Games Privacy Class Action Settlement
By Steve Levine
Updated: January 4, 2026
Status: Open to Claims
Settlement Amount: $2,720,000
Claim Form Deadline: January 20, 2026
Proof required: Claim ID or sworn attestation
What Is the Limited Run Games Class Action About?
You may be part of a new $2.72 million class action settlement involving Limited Run Games, Inc. This class action is about alleged video privacy violations, not about a specific game being defective.How Would I Know If This Applies to Me?
You may be part of this settlement if any of the following sound familiar:• You bought limited edition, collector, or retro video games online
• You purchased physical games that were originally digital only
• You ordered games that included intro videos, story scenes, or ending cut scenes
• You recognize games like Celeste, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, TMNT Shredder’s Revenge, or similar titles
• You ever ordered games directly from a specialty gaming website rather than a big retailer
• You used Limited Run Games at any point between 2016 and 2025, even if it was only once
Most users remember the games, not the company behind the website that sells or markets the video games. That is why many people only realize they qualify after seeing examples or receiving a notice. If this description matches your past use and you are in the United States, you might qualify to file a claim, even if you do not remember exact details. o bought games or watched videos through Limited Run Games during the class period.
What types of games does Limited Run Games sell?
Limited Run Games specializes in limited edition and physical releases of games that were often digital only before. They mainly sell physical copies of:• Indie games
• Retro style games
• Collector and special edition releases
• Re releases of older or cult classic titles
Most of these games are released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Examples of games Limited Run Games has sold
Some well known examples include:• Celeste
• Shantae series
• Scott Pilgrim vs. The World
• Castlevania Anniversary Collection
• DOOM classic releases
• River City Girls
• Streets of Rage 4
• Star Wars classic game collections
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder's Revenge
• Night Trap
If you bought any game like these from Limited Run Games, you may be part of this video games privacy class action settlement.
What does “games containing cut scenes” mean?
Most games sold by Limited Run Games include:• Opening cinematics
• Story scenes between levels
• Ending scenes
How do I know if my game counts?
Your purchase likely qualifies if:• You bought the game from LimitedRunGames.com or their app
• The game has a story, intro, or cinematic scenes
• You purchased it between January 1, 2016 and June 20, 2025
Limited Run Games denies wrongdoing, and the Court has not decided who is right. The parties agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainty of continued litigation.
What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The settlement fund is $2,720,000. Payments to class members, notice and administration expenses, attorneys' fees and costs, and incentive awards for two class representatives will be paid from this fund.How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
You qualify if you are a person in the United States who, from January 1, 2016 through June 20, 2025, watched a prerecorded video through Limited Run Games Service and or purchased a video game containing cut scenes.Limited Run Games Service is defined as the website LimitedRunGames.com, the iOS or Android mobile applications, or any other digital platform or application owned and operated by the company where video content is available and video games containing cut scenes are available for purchase.
How Much Can I Get Paid?
Each approved claimant will receive a pro rata cash payment, meaning an equal share of the remaining settlement fund after Court approved deductions.The final payment amount depends on how many valid claims are submitted.
How Do I File a Claim?
You can file a claim online at the official settlement website using your Claim ID, which is printed on the notice mailed to you.If you do not have a Claim ID, the settlement website provides an option to download a paper Claim Form that can be completed and mailed.
To receive an electronic payment, you must submit an online claim. If you submit a paper Claim Form, you are agreeing to receive your payment by mailed check.
What is the Claim Form Deadline?
Claim forms must be submitted online or postmarked by Tuesday, January 20, 2026.What are the Important Dates?
• Claim submission deadline: January 20, 2026
• Opt out deadline: January 20, 2026
• Objection deadline: January 20, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: March 11, 2026
When is the class action settlement payment date?
If the Court approves the settlement and it becomes final, the notice states payments will be issued about 90 days after the settlement is finally approved and or any appeals process is complete.Checks are expected to expire and become void 180 days after they are issued.
Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
Online claimants will typically need a Claim ID to submit an electronic claim.If you do not have a Claim ID, you can download and submit a paper Claim Form from the settlement website.
All claimants must attest under penalty of perjury that they watched a video or purchased a game containing a cut scene through Limited Run Games Service in the United States during the class period.
The claim form states claims may be subject to audit, verification, and Court review.
How Many People are Affected?
The notice does not state an exact number of affected people. The class definition covers all qualifying U.S. users who accessed the service and watched a video and or purchased a video game containing a cut scene during the class period.When Will this Class Action Be Certified?
This settlement is in the proposed stage. The Court will decide whether to grant final approval at the Final Approval Hearing scheduled for March 11, 2026.What are the Odds This Class Action is Settled?
A settlement has already been reached. The remaining step is Court approval, including the final hearing and any potential appeals.What is the Anticipated Settlement Amount?
The anticipated settlement amount is $2,720,000, subject to Court approval.How much will Each Class Action Claimant be Paid?
Each approved claimant will receive an equal share of the net settlement fund. The final per person amount is not known until the claims period ends and the administrator determines how many valid claims were submitted.How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:Claim Form Website: Limited Run Games Settlement Website
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Official Settlement Notice
Sources
www.LimitedRunGamesSettlement.comU.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Carbone et al. v. Limited Run Games, Inc., Case No. 2:24-cv-08861
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please submit only truthful information. False claims can be rejected and may carry penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not a settlement administrator or a law firm.
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Submit Claim| Class Action Summary | |
| Status | Proposed Settlement |
|---|---|
| Claim Form Deadline | January 20, 2026 |
| Settlement Amount | $2,720,000 |
| Category | Video Privacy and VPPA |
| Estimated Payout per Person | Pro rata. Final amount depends on claims volume |
| Case Number | 2:24-cv-08861 |
| Case Title | Carbone et al. v. Limited Run Games, Inc. |
| Court | U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York |
| Final Approval Hearing | March 11, 2026 |
| Claim Website | Limited Run Games Settlement Site |
| Administrator | Kroll Settlement Administration LLC |